Vulnerability Intelligence Report
Apache APISIX: Unauthenticated CPU-exhaustion DoS
CVE-2026-75005
Inefficient Algorithmic Complexity vulnerability in Apache APISIX. A single small request can pin a gateway worker at 100% CPU for an extended period in graphql-limit-count routes. This issue affects Apache APISIX: 3.17.0. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 3.18.0, which fixes the issue.
No Active Exploit Signals
CVSS Base Score
8.7
HIGH
EPSS Probability:0.45%
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Attack Surface
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Authentication
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Weaponization
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SSVC Action
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Weaknesses (CWE)
CWE-407 ↗CWE-407 Inefficient Algorithmic Complexity
Affected Products & Versions
| Vendor | Product | Affected Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apache Software Foundation | Apache APISIX | 3.17.0 (affected) |
References & Technical Advisories
No reference links found.
Threat Intelligence Signals
EPSS Score
0.448%
GitHub Advisory
Identity & Timeline
| Status | PUBLISHED |
| Assigning Authority | Apache Software Foundation · Vendor · USA |
| Reserved | 2026-08-17T12:56:01 |
| Published | 2026-08-27T09:15:32 |
| Last Updated | 2026-08-27T12:06:27 |
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